Research Overview

This edition of the Advanced Coating & Surface Technology Opportunity Engine profiles innovations related to antimicrobial and anti-corrosion coatings for industrial and commercial applications. The issue also highlights developments in hydrophilic and edible coatings for healthcare and F&B industries. Technology advances from universities in the field of high performance coatings for medical devices and 5G infrastructure have also been captured.

The Advanced Coating & Surface Technology Opportunity Engine provides intelligence on technologies, products, processes, applications, and strategic insights on various coatings across industries. This encompasses protective and functional coatings such as antimicrobial coatings, food coatings, energy-saving coatings, smart glazing, hydrophilic, hydrophobic and super hydrophobic coatings, corrosion protection coatings, barrier coatings and paints.

The Chemicals and Advanced Materials cluster tracks research & innovation trends and developments across specialty chemicals, plastics, polymers, chemicals, bio-chemicals, metals, coatings, thin films, surface treatments, composites, alloys, oil and gas, fuel additives, fibers and several other related technologies and its impact and application across industries.